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The university’s Department of Mathematics is hosting the annual Pacific Northwest Section Meeting of the Mathematical Association of America in mid-March.

As part of the event, we invite everyone to the opening lecture, “Geometry of the Earth and Universe with The Simpsons and Futurama,” by Dr. Sarah Greenwald, professor of mathematics at Appalachian State University, at 8 p.m. on Friday, March 17, in Canyon Commons. The event is free and geared toward students and the public.

Did you know that the animated shows The Simpsons and Futurama contain hundreds of humorous mathematical and scientific references? A few of these references connect to the geometry of spaces, and we’ll use them to explore some historical and current theories relating to the earth and universe during an interactive talk.

Popular culture can reveal, reflect and even shape how society views mathematics, and with careful consideration of the benefits and challenges, these programs can be an ideal source of fun ways to introduce important concepts and to reduce math anxiety (see SimpsonsMath.com).

For more information, visit the event website or contact Corban Harwood at rharwood@georgefox.edu.

The Apologetics Initiative and the C. S. Lewis Initiative invite you to a special presentation by Dr. Paul Lorenzini’s, “C.S. Lewis’s The Abolition of Man Eighty Years Later: An Engineer’s Perspective,” at 5 p.m. on Monday, March 13, in Hoover 103.

Eighty years ago, Lewis published his most highly regarded book, The Abolition of Man, in which he critiques the secularization of Western cultures and warns that, unchecked, the consequences for modern humanity are significant and destructive.

By comparing Lewis’s projections with modern cultural critiques, Dr. Lorenzini asks how a revived view of Lewis’s analysis might inform a modern apologetic. All are welcome to join us for this thought-provoking presentation.

Please reach out to Emma Rieth at erieth@georgefox.edu with any questions.

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Join us if you can for Contemplative Worship (or, attentive waiting on the present Christ) today (Wednesday) from 2:15 to 2:45 p.m. in Hoover 250. Spiritual life credit is available for students. We’ll spend time praying for one another as well.

Contact Paul Anderson at panderso@georgefox.edu for more information.

Did you know that March is Social Work Month? Come visit the social work department for our open house as we celebrate!

Pop in anytime between noon and 1 p.m. tomorrow (Thursday) in Roberts 215. We will be serving cinnamon rolls and highlighting social work’s valuable work in society.

Please join us! All are welcome! Contact Kim Rapp at rappk@georgefox.edu with any questions.

The Friendship House is currently accepting applications for the 2023-24 academic year. Our housing is open to graduate-level students as well as undergraduates and post-grads. At this time, our housing opportunities are for women.

The house offers the opportunity for George Fox students to live alongside two individuals experiencing intellectual or developmental disabilities. The only role that a student plays in the life of individuals experiencing disabilities is that of a friend.

You can learn more about us here. (There’s a short video that gives an overview of life at Friendship House). You can also find us on the university’s Living Off Campus page.

Reach out to the Friendship House to request an application or seek more information at fhnewberg@gmail.com or 503-250-0113.

Here are a few details about living at the Friendship House:

Rent: $600/month
Includes: Private bedroom and private half bathroom; shared full bathroom with two students; all utilities provided, including Wi-Fi, water/sewer and garbage.

The Friendship House also supplies basic supplies such as cleaning products and paper products (TP, paper towels, spray cleaner, dishwasher detergent, and dish soap). The house is furnished, and bedrooms have a twin bed and dresser furnished.

Located just a few blocks from George Fox’s main campus in Newberg, it is within walking distance to downtown and the university.

All are invited to the spring 2023 Faculty Lecture at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, March 7, in Hoover 105.

Our featured speaker, and recipient of the 2021-22 Faculty Achievement Award for Graduate Research and Scholarship, is Dr. Randy Woodley, distinguished professor of faith and culture.

Randy fills an important niche with his expertise in Indigenous religions and American Indian culture. Join us as he explores “The Necessity of Converting to an Indigenous Worldview,” and how it might help sustain us through the coming generations.

The lecture is sponsored by the Faculty Development Committee, and refreshments are provided.

For additional information, contact Dawn Ford at dford@georgefox.edu.

All Champion brand apparel is 20% off March 1-7 in the Bruin Bookstore, including iconic zip-front hoodies and sweatpants.

Come grab a new look for the chilly weather!

The Bruin Bookstore is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Fridays. Contact Laura King at lking@georgefox.edu with any questions.

You are invited to attend a Zoom session, “Strengthening Teams™: Systematic Inclusion Protects Workers from Healthcare Occupation-Related Moral Injury,” hosted by the Interprofessional Primary Care Institute.

We will discuss systemic inclusion in the workplace, explore belonging and how it is related to burnout in the workplace, moral injuries in healthcare work, and how to outline a plan in small and large groups for creating inclusive organizations that protect from moral injury.

The session is scheduled from 8:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. on Monday, April 10. Please visit our website for more information and to register.

You can also contact Tammy O’Doherty at todohert@georgefox.edu with any registration questions.

Join us for a songwriting masterclass with Grammy-nominated songwriter and producer Grant Norsworthy (formerly of SonicFlood) tomorrow (Wednesday) at 1 p.m. in the Bauman Greenroom. Grant will discuss his approach to writing as well as host an open Q&A. All are welcome.

If you have any questions about the masterclass, contact Aaron Barnhart at abarnhart@georgefox.edu.

Join us for an incredible night of worship featuring Willamette Music this Saturday, March 4, at 7:30 p.m. in Bauman Auditorium. There will be a mix of contemporary Christian music and gospel featuring Jahana McCoy and Tucker Fleischmann. Admission is free, and chapel credit is available for students!

Contact Aaron Barnhart at abarnhart@georgefox.edu if you have any questions.

Please fill out this survey if you are interested in playing in a golf charity event that will be run by a group of students on Saturday, March 18, at the Chehalem Glenn Golf Course.

Questions? Contact Sydney Sandifer at ssandifer21@georgefox.edu.

Thank you!

Disclaimer: These surveys are student generated and are not to be associated with any official research conducted by faculty and staff at George Fox University. Any views or opinions presented in these surveys are solely those of the students and do not represent those of George Fox University. The distribution of these surveys is a service provided to George Fox University students as they prepare their research required by the curriculum. Students are required to have department approval. Any questions about these surveys should be directed to the students associated with the survey in question.

With only 25 boxes of macaroni and cheese left on the shelf, the Bruin Community Pantry is in desperate need of this popular food item. Many college students have not learned the fine art of cooking, and this food item is a staple for their food cupboard.

As you know, food supply chains are greatly interrupted, and this has affected the Oregon Food Bank’s ability to procure this item. Generic brands have the best price.

If you would prefer to purchase through Amazon, please use the Bruin Community Pantry wish list on Amazon, available here.

Please have these items delivered to the food bank in Roberts 109 during our hours of operation, which can be found here. Thank you so much for your help!

Please contact Jere Witherspoon if you have any questions at bruincommunitypantry@georgefox.edu.

Happy Monday, Bruins! Come with the Comic Book Club as we go to Student Activities’ Great Escape event this Friday, March 3, in the quad.

We will meet up in Hoover 207 at 6:45 p.m. and go together. The escape rooms are medieval-themed, so this is a great opportunity to dress up and show off your superhero and detective skills.

The Bruin Community Pantry food bank is in need of grocery bags. We will take all types, shapes and sizes! Drop them off at the food bank in Roberts 109.

If you have any questions, please contact Jere Witherspoon at bruincommunitypantry@georgefox.edu.

Join us today (Monday) in celebrating the opening of a solo show in the Minthorne Gallery, exhibiting the art of Ohio-based artist Arron Foster!

We will hold a reception from 4 to 5:30 p.m. outside the Minthorne Gallery. Come enjoy some light refreshments while viewing our newest art show. Foster will be giving a talk at the Chehalem Cultural Center starting at 6 p.m., where he’ll describe his work, process and inspiration.

Don’t miss this opportunity to talk face-to-face with the artist about his latest show!

If you have any questions, contact Chandler Brutscher at cbrutscher@georgefox.edu.

George Fox University’s theatre department is pleased to announce that its production of The Play That Goes Wrong opens on Thursday, March 9.

Performances in Wood-Mar Auditorium are scheduled as follows:

• Thursday-Saturday, March 9-11, at 7:30 p.m.
• Thursday-Saturday, March 16-18, at 7:30 p.m.
• Sunday, March 12, and Sunday, March 19, at 2 p.m.

You can read the synopsis and purchase tickets here. Tickets are also available by calling the performing arts box office at 503-554-2670.

Special Ticket Options for Students, Faculty and Staff
Students are entitled to one free ticket in your own name for each of our Thursday night performances only. Please use your George Fox email to obtain your ticket.

George Fox faculty and staff are entitled to one free ticket for the run of the show. Both options may be selected when you purchase or select your tickets in our online ticketing system. Please use your George Fox email address when ordering.

For details or assistance, email Kathy Harris at kharris@georgefox.edu or call 503-554-2670.

Did you know that the average cost per household per month for natural gas usage is approximately $65, which is primarily used to heat buildings and water?

You can reduce your gas usage by making sure all the windows and doors are closed. Closing windows and doors reduces the amount of gas used because it takes less gas to sustain indoor temperature compared to heating a cold room with a draft.

Lowering your thermostat a degree or two each week is a great start to reducing gas use. When there’s no one in the building, try turning off the heater in the building.

For more information on natural gas and micro-sustainability tips, check out our Instagram at @sustainability_squad_gfu.

Come race against the clock and solve puzzles to find your way out of our 4 escape rooms across campus this Friday, Mar. 3 at 7 p.m. in our The Great Escape event.

They are all medieval-themed so save the princess or slay the dragon to win some prizes. Sign up your team up ASAP to make sure you get your first pick of escape rooms. Teams and individuals can all sign up here. Information about each escape room can be found on the sign up sheet. You won’t want to miss this highly requested night of mystery and fun.

Here are some more events coming up soon:

• Tent City (Juniors Abroad): Thursday, Mar. 9, in the quad
• Cultural Celebration: Friday, Mar. 17, at 7 p.m. in the quad (back-up location to be announced if rainy)
• Fox Got Talent: Friday, Apr. 7 at 7 p.m. in Bauman

Contact activities@georgefox.edu with any questions about these activities.

Happy Friday! The Comic Book Club will be meeting tonight at 7 p.m. in EHS 102 for a chill movie night. We will be watching the movie of your choosing, and snacks will be provided. We hope to see you there!

The Comic Book Club is a great way to unwind from a busy week and find other fandom fans. Don’t worry if you know nothing about comics! Members vary in a variety of knowledge and commitment to different fandoms.

Contact Maggie Hartley at mhartley20@georgefox.edu with any questions.